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Manhaliya Islamic Institute dismisses allegation of Sheikh Khalid Gima highjacking leadership role
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Published by Inusah Dondaliya
Date: 12th June 2026
Management of Manhaliya Islamic Institute has maintained that its leadership is under the guidance of Sheikh Tanim Abdallah, clarifying that Sheikh Khalid Husein Jimah has not highjacked the leadership role of the Institution contrary to the misconception bandied around in the media space especially on social Media.
At a Press briefing at the Manhaliya Mosque in Tamale, immediately after Jumah Prayers, Sheikh Abdul Wahab Alhassan, noted that Sheikh Khalid Jimah was nominated in 2010 to support the leadership of the institution, receiving overwhelming endorsement by Stakeholders in Manhaliya, stressing that under no circumstance he attempted to arrogate supreme powers to himself at the institution as the leader.
The Leadership of Mahanliya described the the current development in connection with Sheikh Gima as not only ‘fabricated lies’, but also termed it as ‘misinformation and disinformation’, aimed at tainting the image of Manhaliya and the revered Sheikh Khalid Husein Jima, using social media as a stool.
Therefore, Manhaliya Islamic Institute is urging the general public to disregard the false news circulating on the New Media about the institution, insisting that it remains focused on providing the right learning environment to produce learners, refine their potentials for prosperous future.
“Owing to the realities of age and the need to adapt to leadership responsibilities in an orderly manner Sheikh Husein Khalid Jima wasnominated in 2010 to support in the leadership of the Institution. His nomination was unanimously endorsed by all stakeholders within the Manhalia fraternity. Unfortunately, some individuals
misconstrued this development and proceeded to fabricate lies, spread misinformation and disseminate disinformation through social media just to taint the image of Manhalia and our beloved Sheikh Jima. The claim that our Sheikh fought and lobbied for leadership within Manhalia Islamic Institute is entirely
untrue and constitutes a blatant falsehood. These are baseless speculations emanating from individuals who lack proper knowledge of the Institution”
At the Press Conference, Sheikh Abdul Wahab also gave historical background of the Manhaliya Institution, stating that it was founded by Sheikh Mohammed Issah Bello in 1972 with 20 students in his house.Adding that Sheikh Bello subsequently secured land in 1981 to establish the institution which has survived decades of existence till now, combining English and Arabic education.
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Former Ghanaian Footballer Jafar Samed Issah Cheers on Friend Jaleen Smith as Croatia Thrash Latvia
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Published: August 29, 2026
Published at: 01:18Pm
By Saibu Terry
Former Ghanaian professional footballer Abdul Jafar Samed Issah was in attendance, alongside his spouse Khadija , to support his close friend Jaleen Devon Smith as Croatia secured a convincing 115–80 victory over Latvia in the FIBA Basketball World Cup qualifying campaign on Thursday, August 27, 2026.
Issah, who enjoyed a professional football career with stints in Denmark, Latvia, Ethiopia and other European destinations, made time to cheer on Smith as Croatia bounced back strongly following their defeat to Germany.
Smith was instrumental in Croatia’s impressive performance, showcasing the form and quality that have made him an important figure for the national team. The result provided Croatia with a much-needed boost in their qualifying campaign.
Beyond the sporting arena, Smith and Issah have developed a close friendship over the past year. Their relationship has extended beyond football and basketball, with the pair sharing ideas about potential humanitarian and community-development projects in northern Ghana.
Smith, an American-born professional basketball player who has represented Croatia at international level, has developed a growing admiration for Ghana and is reportedly keen to contribute to initiatives that could positively impact communities in the northern part of the country.
The friendship between the two sports personalities has therefore evolved into more than a personal connection, with discussions around future projects creating excitement among Smith’s supporters and admirers in Ghana.
Smith recently signed with Hapoel Jerusalem, where he is set to compete in the Israeli Premier League and EuroCup. As he continues to make an impact on the basketball court, his growing connection with Ghana through his friendship with Jafar Samad Issah could open the door to meaningful humanitarian initiatives in the future.
For Issah, Thursday’s game was another opportunity to stand firmly behind his friend and celebrate Croatia’s emphatic victory over Latvia.
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Anta Scholarship Education Fund provides financial Assistance to 200 Tertiary Students
The Former Finance Minister and MP for Karaga, Hon. Dr. Amin Mohammed Adam Anta, has disbursed funds worth 330,000 Ghana Cedis to support the education of over 200 beneficiary tertiary students in the Constituency under the Amin Anta Education Scholarship Scheme.
The intervention forms part of the MP’s broader commitment to supporting the education of every student in the Constituency, especially those at the tertiary level, and to removing financial barriers that sometimes serve as obstacles to the education of needy but brilliant students.
The Anta Education Scholarship scheme covers beneficiaries pursuing education across Public Tertiary Institutions in the country, including education and health training Institutions.
This year’s beneficiaries stand at 200 students, bringing the total tally to 1,519 beneficiaries who have benefited from the scholarship fund since its inception in 2019 to date, running for seven consecutive years.
The Anta Education Fund is an annual financial aid initiative established by Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam (widely known as Dr. Amin Anta), the Member of Parliament for the Karaga Constituency in the Northern Region of Ghana, to provide financial assistance, pay school fees, and support brilliant but financially needy students from basic school up to tertiary institutions (universities and colleges).
At a durbar at the Karaga Community Center on Friday, August 28th 2026, to disburse the funds to beneficiaries, the Chairman of the Scholarship Fund, Jankpihi Naa, thanked the MP for providing financial assistance to students in the area, describing his initiative as a game changer, opening educational doors and removing barriers for students.
On his part, the MP, Mohammed Amin Adam Anta, said he is committed to ensuring that every child in the Constituency gets the right education and climbs the ladder, suggesting that it is a critical means to success.
The MP also seized the occasion to admonish the students to take advantage of the scholarship opportunity and study hard to aspire to greater heights, as he did not have such an opportunity growing up.
The beneficiaries could not mince words but thanked the MP profusely for the intervention, describing his benevolence as ‘incredible and God-fearing’.
